Analytical Techniques 2 Public

Del Lago Academy

You can master many instruments in biotechnology by being able to create and use standard curves.

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Prepare standard solutions for making a standard curve.

Define and use different expressions for units of concentration measurements and use their corresponding equations to calculate the amount of solute needed to make a specified solution or make a dilution.
Prepare a solution of a specific concentration by dilution.

Determine and explain the need to know the wavelength of maximum light absorbance for a sample (lambdamax).
Calculate the concentration of an unknown sample using a standard curve with a minimum of 3 points.

Why Earn This Badge?

The skills in this badge are transferrable to many different instruments in biotechnology. Being able to create and use standard curves will set you apart from other interns or new hires!